English Teacher, EdEx – Education Recruitment

Guardian Jobs; Greater London; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in education is seeking a passionate English Teacher to join their outstanding department in Hackney. This permanent role offers a supportive environment that values staff wellbeing and provides exceptional CPD opportunities. With a strong sense of community and a commitment to pupil progress, this school is perfect for educators looking to make a real impact. Enjoy a well-resourced department, a positive work-life balance, and the chance to grow your career without a glass ceiling. If you're dedicated to high-quality teaching and want to be part of a dynamic team, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Two-week October half-term break

Exceptional CPD opportunities

Well-resourced department

Staff gym

Positive work environment

Qualifications

• Proven track record of excellent teaching practice.
• Passionate about closing attainment gaps and promoting pupil progress.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality teaching to raise standards and ensure pupil achievement.
• Support pupil progress and wellbeing in a positive learning environment.

Skills

Teaching English

Curriculum Development

Pupil Progress Monitoring

Classroom Management

Education

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

English Teacher - Leading Hackney Secondary School

Are you an English Teacher with an unwavering passion for pupil progress?

Are you looking for a school that genuinely values staff wellbeing and work-life balance?

If so, EdEx - Education Recruitment might have the perfect English Teacher role for you! Please read on below to find out more about the school and the role.

EdEx - Education Recruitment is exclusively working with a 'Good' graded secondary school in Hackney to find an English Teacher, with various TLRs attached depending on your strengths and interests, such as curriculum development or pastoral roles. We are seeking an ambitious, enthusiastic, and down-to-earth teacher to join the school's outstanding English department. This is a permanent position, directly employed by the school (no supply or short-term contracts), starting in September 2025.

The school offers numerous achievements and benefits, including:

• TES Secondary School of the Year nominee (two years running)
• A two-week October half-term break
• Exceptional CPD opportunities, including part-funded MA study and various progression pathways (no glass ceiling!)
• Well-resourced department and school facilities, including a staff gym
• And much more!

If you are an outstanding practitioner, perhaps finding it hard to progress at your current school, facing long commutes, or seeking a more realistic work environment, this English Teacher role could be ideal for you!

SCHOOL DETAILS - English Teacher:

• Graded 'Good' in the latest Ofsted Report (2022)
• Praised for having a 'Strong sense of community' and for pupils' enthusiasm for school and achievement
• Good student behaviour, with decision-making autonomy on behaviour challenges, and supportive SLT
• Inner London Payscale (inner London weighting)
• Open to MPS1 - UPS3 teachers + TLR 2A (£38,745 - £60,959 + TLR2A)
• Located in Hackney
• Supportive, open-minded SLT that values positive change
• English department with a mix of experienced and junior teachers, including ECTs and UPS teachers

PERSONAL PROFILE - English Teacher:

• Passionate about closing attainment gaps and promoting pupil progress
• Proven track record of excellent teaching practice
• Open-minded, hardworking, and ambitious
• Values staff wellbeing and mental health, and is motivated to work hard and be rewarded
• Keen to undertake CPD and training opportunities
• Committed to providing high-quality teaching to raise standards and ensure pupil achievement and enjoyment

If this English Teacher opportunity interests you, please apply today. Your dedicated consultant James at EdEx will contact you within 12 hours if shortlisted. A full Job Description will be provided upon application and discussion with James!

English Teacher - Leading Hackney Secondary School

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